A curious sight for this time of year has recently been spotted on East Brunswick lawns.
Nick Polanin, who is a Cooperative Extension agent with Rutgers University and also a resource management agent with Somerset County, noted that the warm temperatures that the area has been experiencing are likely responsible for this unseasonable bumper crop of dandelions. The seeds of these plants, which many consider weeds, can lie dormant for some time, needing only some warmth and moisture to sprout.
Those who enjoy blossoming shrubs may find that, due to plants being “fooled’ by the spring-like weather, there are fewer flowers this year. Polain advised that those who want to provide a little bit of extra TLC to their shrubs can make sure they have adequate water and fertilizer, and some can benefit from pruning.
He also pointed out that fruit growers should not notice too much of an impact from this unseasonably warm weather. A newsletter printing service can produce items that can be sent out to local farmers letting them know what measures they can take to help minimize the impact on their next growing season.
Polain further went on to say that this early winter has also seen other unexpected sights. This includes everything from bees still flying around to flowers blooming, winter robins, and even grass that has kept right on growing and now needs to be cut.
